SXSW EDU 2019
Making Culture: A National Study of Ed Makerspaces
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In June 2018 we released Making Culture, the first in-depth nationwide examination of K-12 education makerspaces. Our research highlights how makerspaces foster positive learning outcomes, but also reflect gaps in inclusion common in the STEM fields. Participation rates change dramatically by gender from K-8 to high school, and language analysis reveals evidence of implicit bias in instruction & recruitment. We will also present new efforts at the Drexel ExCITe Center to address these findings.
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Takeaways
- Maker education starts with culture. Focus first on the culture of your space, which is the foundation for sustained student learning.
- Spaces must be intentional and vigilant in recruiting inclusively. Avoid exclusionary language and imagery in recruiting instructors and students.
- Implicit bias is pervasive & insidious. Raise awareness, particularly of language, communications, and curriculum design that may propagate bias.
Speakers
- Youngmoo Kim, Director and Professor, ExCITe Center, Drexel University
- Kareem Edouard, Assistant Professor, ExCITe Center, Drexel University
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Youngmoo Kim, Director and Professor, ExCITe Center, Drexel University
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